Why Eritrean President travelled to Ethiopia despite Covid-19 scare

Amidst the global crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, Eritrean President Isaias Afeworki last week made an unexpected official visit to Ethiopia, becoming the first head of state to travel abroad during these critical days.

Accompanied by Foreign Minister Osman Saleh and Presidential Advisor Yemane Ghebreab, the Eritrean president arrived at Addis Ababa’s Bole International Airport last Sunday and was cordially received by Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.

At a time when world leaders are choosing to hold virtual meetings, Mr Afeworki’s decision to meet PM Ahmed in person has raised eyebrows.